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The vote to leave the EU last year was the moment when the British people embraced a once-in-a-generation opportunity to take our country in a new and better direction.

So as we legislate to leave the EU, now is our opportunity to take control of our destiny and reclaim the autonomy we need for future success. But to make the most of this opportunity we need to ensure that we are fit to compete and that means being ready to capitalise on our newfound ability to reclaim our political and economic freedoms.

It also means putting the divisions of the referendum behind us and coming together to realise the full potential of what Britain can now become. Being positive, bold and dynamic, with a clear...